Oven Roasted Potato Balls ๐ฅ
Description:
Discover this delightful recipe for Oven Roasted Potato Balls, inspired by a Cooking Light find! These savory treats are packed with oniony goodness, making them a must-try for onion lovers. Don’t be shyโembrace the flavor of onions as you embark on this culinary adventure. While it may require a bit of time and effort, the end result is undeniably worth it. Prepare to indulge in these crispy, flavorful bites, and don’t forget to keep those breath mints handy! ๐
- Cook Time: 52 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 2 minutes
- Recipe Category: Potato
- Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Roast, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
- Servings: 4
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 181.3
- Fat Content: 1.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 444.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 39.9g
- Fiber Content: 3.9g
- Sugar Content: 3.8g
- Protein Content: 3.7g
Ingredients:
- 5 baking potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 onions
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Water (as needed)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a 4-quart pan, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. |
| 2 | While the water is boiling, prepare the potatoes. Using a melon baller with a diameter of 1 1/4 inches, scoop out balls from the potatoes. |
| 3 | Place the potato balls in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning. |
| 4 | Preheat your oven to 450ยฐF (230ยฐC). |
| 5 | Once the water is boiling, carefully add the potato balls. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and allow the potatoes to simmer for 2 minutes. |
| 6 | Drain the potato balls well and transfer them to a large bowl. |
| 7 | Toss the potato balls with olive oil, sliced onions, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. |
| 8 | Spread the coated potato balls in a single layer on a baking sheet. |
| 9 | Roast the potato balls in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. |
| 10 | After 30 minutes, stir the potato balls to ensure even cooking. |
| 11 | Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue roasting for an additional 20 minutes, or until the potato balls are golden brown and crispy. |
| 12 | Once roasted to perfection, remove the potato balls from the oven and serve hot. Enjoy the delicious aroma and flavor of these oven-roasted delights! |
Whether you’re serving these potato balls as a side dish or enjoying them as a tasty snack, they’re sure to be a hit at any gathering. Get ready to savor every bite of these crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside treats bursting with onion goodness. Happy cooking! ๐ฝ๏ธ
